Clavusef 500 mg+125 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 60.00 (3 x 4: ৳ 720.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 240.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefuroxime axetil clavulanic acid |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Clavusef 500 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Antibiotic
- Cephalosporin
Indications
- Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
- Acute Bacterial Otitis Media caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Acute bronchitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Uncomplicated skin and skin-structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal
- Interferes with transpeptidation process
- Beta-lactamase inhibitor
Dosage & Administration
- 250 mg b.i.d. for 5-10 days in adults for Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis
- 250-500 mg b.i.d. for 10 days in adults for Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis
- 20 mg/kg/day b.i.d. for 5-10 days in paediatric patients for Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis
Interaction
- Concomitant administration of probenecid increases serum concentration
- Reduced bioavailability with drugs that reduce gastric acidity
Contraindications
- Known allergy to cephalosporin
- Pseudomembranous Colitis
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Renal dysfunction
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid in the first trimester
- Excreted into breast milk in small quantities
Precautions & Warnings
- Given with care to patients receiving concurrent treatment with potent diuretics
- History of colitis
Therapeutic Class
- Second generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C
- Away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
FAQ
- Starts working within 2-3 hours
- Effect lasts for an average duration of 4-8 hours
- Safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
- No habit-forming tendencies reported
- Take with food to avoid an upset stomach
- Stop taking and inform doctor if itchy rash, swelling, or breathing difficulties occur